Arrowquip Q-CATCH 5400 User manual

Q-CATCH®
PRODUCT MANUAL
CATTLE CHUTES
5400 | 7400 | 8700
1-877-275-6075 | [email protected]
arrowquip.com
LEFT - RIGHT
OCTOBER 2021

THIS PRODUCT MANUAL IS FOR THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
Q-Catch 74 Series Deluxe Vet Q-Catch 74 Series Standard
Q-Catch 87 Series Deluxe Vet Q-Catch 87 Series Standard
Q-Catch 54 Series Deluxe Vet Q-Catch 54 Series Standard

CONTENTS
Safety Precautions 1
Risk Assessment 2
Operating the Q-Catch®Cattle Chute 2
3E Q-Catch Head Gate Assembly 3
Emergency Head Gate Release 3
Head Gate & Squeeze Conversion 5
Rolling Door Switch 17
Recommended Maintenance 20
Regular Maintenance (Every 6 Months) 20
When Necessary 22
Friction Lock Mantenance 22
Troubleshooting Guide 23
Warranty 24
Add-Ons Maintenance & Safety Precautions 25
3rd Generation Head Holder 25
Sheeted Sternum Bar 26
Trimming Bar 27
Wheel Kit 28
Wheel Maintenance 36

PLEASE FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATION. ARROWQUIP DOES NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY
FOR ANY ACCIDENTS OR INJURY WHEN THIS SAFETY MANUAL HAS
NOT BEEN READ IN FULL AND KEPT WITH THE PRODUCT AT ALL TIMES.
OPERATORS OF THIS PRODUCT TAKE AND ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR
ANY HARM OR INJURY TO THE ANIMAL OR OPERATOR WHEN IT PERTAINS
TO HOW THE EQUIPMENT IS USED AND MAINTAINED.
Please keep this manual for frequent reference and to pass on to new users or owners.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE FOLLOW ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OUTLINED HEREIN. ANY
HARM TO THE ANIMAL OR INJURY TO THE OPERATOR WHICH OCCURS
DUE TO HOW THE PRODUCT IS OPERATED, OR RESULTING FROM A LACK
OF SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE
OPERATOR.
All farm machinery and equipment are potentially dangerous. Careless use of any Arrowquip
livestock equipment may cause injury or damage to persons, cattle, or property. Arrowquip
has taken precautions in the design and manufacturing of this product to ensure that it is safe
and user-friendly. Therefore, the user must assume all responsibility and risk associated with
the possession and use of the cattle squeeze chute.
WARNING: READ BELOW BEFORE OPERATION.
Ensure the operator understands the contents of this manual before using the cattle squeeze
chute.
1. DO NOT wear loose-tted clothing.
2. Ensure the cattle squeeze chute is on a rm, level, dry surface that is free of rocks and
other trip hazards. A level concrete pad ush with the ground and with the chute bolted
to the concrete is strongly recommended.
3. DO NOT enter the vet cage until the animal is secured in the head gate and the rump
bar has been placed so that the cow cannot back up.
4. DO NOT stand in front of the head gate while operator is moving the cattle through the
squeeze chute.
5. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 18 NEAR AN OPERATING
MACHINE.
1 | SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

6. Follow safe cattle handling procedures in other areas of the yard so that cattle are more
docile in the chute.
7. DO NOT make any modications to Arrowquip equipment. Non-factory modications to
the equipment can reduce the safety for the operator & livestock, and void warranty.
RISK ASSESSMENT
Conduct a risk assessment on procedures for which the cattle squeeze chute used and
establish a safe work procedure.
1. Ensure all users of the equipment have been inducted and comply with safe working
procedure.
2. Please ensure that there are NO large or hazardous objects inside the chute that may
cause injury to the animal or operator, or may cause the equipment to malfunction.
3. Make sure that your chute has been cleared of ALL livestock after use.
4. Some chemicals and medicines can damage powder coat. Take all precautions and
wash after use.
OPERATING THE Q-CATCH CATTLE CHUTE
RISK ASSESSMENT | 2
1. Ensure the head gate, tail gate, and all access points are closed before the animal
enters the chute.
2. Open tail gate for the animal to enter the squeeze chute enclosure.
3. Close tail gate.
4. Open head gate slightly more than the neck size of the animal to tempt the animal to
stick its head through the head gate. When neck of animal is in the correct position,
quickly close the head gate securely on the animal’s neck.
5. If required, side squeeze animal and engage head restraint to restrain further
movement.
6. If the animal applies excessive pulling pressure on head gate, it is recommended to use
the anti-backing bar behind cattle rump.
ENSURE ALL CHUTE FUNCTIONS AND ADD-ONS ARE
WORKING PROPERLY BEFORE OPERATING.
CONFIRM ANIMAL IS SECURELY HELD BEFORE CARRYING
OUT ANY HUSBANDRY WORK.

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1. Q-CATCH DOOR
2. Q-CATCH TRACK SHAFT
3. LONG HAMMER
4. SQUEEZE ARM PLATE
5. CONTROL TOWER DOM TUBE
6. SHORT HAMMER
7. Q-CATCH CONTROL HANDLE
8. REAR CONTROL BAR STOPPER
9. Q-CATCH ROLLER
10. Q-CATCH ROLLER BOLT
3E Q-CATCH HEAD GATE ASSEMBLY
Your chute will come with the head gate fully assembled and ready for use. However, if you
need to dissemble your head gate for any reason, the following guide will help you to properly
reassemble your chute.
ASSEMBLING THE Q-CATCH HEAD GATE
Fit the mechanism parts as shown in the diagram below.
3 | 3E Q-CATCH HEAD GATE ASSEMBLY
Q-CATCH 87 & 74 MODELSQ-CATCH 54 MODELS
1. Q-CATCH DOOR
2. Q-CATCH TRACK SHAFT
3. LONG HAMMER
4. SQUEEZE ARM PLATE
5. SHORT HAMMER
6. Q-CATCH CONTROL HANDLE
7. Q-CATCH ROLLER
8. Q-CATCH ROLLER BOLT
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2
6
4
3
5
7
8
1

EMERGENCY HEAD GATE RELEASE | 4
EMERGENCY HEAD GATE RELEASE
Arrowquip squeeze chutes are designed to ensure the safety of both animal and operator.
With proper maintenance and lubrication, the head gate will not jam under pressure.
However, in the rare event that an animal becomes stuck in the head gate, the following
guidelines will ensure you are able to release your animal quickly and safely.
Required Tools:
- Screw Driver/Pry Bar
STEPS TO RELEASE LOCK
1 Go to the offside of the chute, to ensure you will not be hit by the head gate handle. If
your chute is designed for offside operation, you will need to go to the nearside of the
chute.
2 Place screwdriver/pry bar under bottom head gate roller on the outer edge of the door.
(This is the side with the “L” curve, not the straight side.)
3 Insert screwdriver/pry bar into the small space above the spring in the head gate lock
plate.

5 | HEAD GATE & SQUEEZE CONVERSION
4Tilt the screwdriver/pry bar up and into the head gate roller. This will push down the
spring, releasing the locking mechanism on the head gate door.
HEAD GATE & SQUEEZE CONVERSION
Only applicable to Q-Catch 87 and 74 Series Models. The Q-Catch 54 Series cannot be
converted and must be ordered with the appropriate working side from the factory.
Arrowquip squeeze chutes can be ordered based on your preferred operating side. In the
rare event that you would need to operate the head gate and squeeze on the opposite side,
please contact your local dealer for additional parts and follow these instructions.
ADDITIONAL PARTS TO ORDER
Required Tools
- 9/16" wrench
- 3/4" wrench
Left-Hand Product Code Right-Hand Product Code
Squeeze Fandangle
2003192 2003716
Squeeze Lockbox
2000355 2002384
- 15/16" wrench
- 3/8" hex key

LEFT-HAND TO RIGHT-HAND
NOTE: Switching from Left-hand to Right-hand operation shown. For Right-hand to Left-
hand operation, complete the steps from the opposite side.
** REMINDER **
SET PARTS ASIDE TOGETHER WITH THE CORRESPONDING BOLTS
AND WASHERS.
1Remove the Q-Catch shield.
2Remove the head gate hammer and squeeze arm plate.
HEAD GATE & SQUEEZE CONVERSION | 6
A
B
C

A
B
C
3Remove the control tube and Q-Catch handle.
4 Detach the control tower vertical tube.
5 Unbolt the shaft, rotate to align with the second hole, and secure.
7 | HEAD GATE & SQUEEZE CONVERSION

6 Install the control tower vertical tube and fasten with bolts.
7 Flip the axle pin on the rear control bracket and transfer it to the opposite side.
HEAD GATE & SQUEEZE CONVERSION | 8
C
A
B

8 Feed the control tube through the control tower vertical tube.
9 Insert the Q-Catch handle and mount the control tube on the rear control bracket.
Secure with a bolt on the opposite side.
9 | HEAD GATE & SQUEEZE CONVERSION
B
A

10 Install the squeeze arm plate.
11 Install the head gate hammer and connect it to the squeeze arm plate.
HEAD GATE & SQUEEZE CONVERSION | 10

12
Install the Q-Catch shield.
13 Remove the Left-hand fandangle and squeeze bracket.
11 | HEAD GATE & SQUEEZE CONVERSION
SQUEEZE THE CHUTE TO REMOVE THE FANDANGLE.
A
B (x2)
C

14 Install the squeeze bracket and Right-hand fandangle on the opposite side.
15
Unmount the Left-hand squeeze lockbox. Set aside.
RIGHT-HAND
FANDANGLE
HEAD GATE & SQUEEZE CONVERSION | 12
DO NOT TIGHTEN BOLTS UNTIL STEP 22

16 Detach the squeeze bracket.
17 Transfer the squeeze bracket to the opposite side.
13 | HEAD GATE & SQUEEZE CONVERSION

18
Mount the Right-hand squeeze lockbox.
19 Detach the middle tie rod.
HEAD GATE & SQUEEZE CONVERSION | 14
RIGHT-HAND
LOCKBOX

20 Remove bolt from A and transfer to B as shown.
21 Attach the middle tie rod as shown.
15 | HEAD GATE & SQUEEZE CONVERSION
A
B

22 Secure bolts on the squeeze bracket and fandangle.
HEAD GATE & SQUEEZE CONVERSION | 16
✓ All parts have been reinstalled correctly
✓ All chute functions, including the head gate and squeeze mechanisms,
are working properly.
✓ All bolts are tightened correctly
✓ Any bolts securing moving parts should be able to rotate freely
BEFORE WORKING WITH ANIMALS, SAFETY CHECK:

17 | ROLLING DOOR SWITCH
ROLLING DOOR SWITCH
[ONLY APPLICABLE TO Q-CATCH 87 AND 74 MODELS]
Required Tools:
- 9/16" wrench
- 2x 3/4" wrench
LEFT-HAND TO RIGHT-HAND
Switching from Left-hand to Right-hand operation shown. For Right-hand to Left-hand
operation, complete the steps from the opposite side.
Variation with 4 screws on each plate shown. Same steps apply for rolling doors with 2
screws on each plate.
1Remove rolling door handle slider.
2 Remove the rolling door from the main frame.